English Expression · Intermediate
let fly
To strike or release a projectile with great force
Pronunciation: say let fly
Meaning
To strike or release a projectile with great force.
Example
This time there was an English element as Ainsley Maitland-Niles let fly with cross-shot that fizzed to Nicolas Tagliafico at the far post.
This time there was an English element as Ainsley Maitland-Niles let fly with cross-shot that fizzed to Nicolas Tagliafico at the far post.
Practice tips
- Practice let fly out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.